Investment Analyst - Commercial Real Estate Finance Northmarq - Chicago, IL   Northmarq is seeking an experienced Investment Analyst to support the Production (Debt/Equity) team in our Chicago office. The individual will be joining an active and top-performing Production team while providing support to the office through financial analysis and underwriting, loan request/investment report packaging, due diligence, closing, servicing, and various support functions.   *This position is an in-office position, with an immediate start date no later than January 01, 2025.   Position Responsibilities:

• Organization/Time Management – Plan, schedule, and prioritize workload to best utilize time and efficiently manage daily tasks including research, financial analysis and underwriting, loan packaging, and closing services.
• Underwriting – Prepare underwriting of commercial real estate properties based on historical financial statements, borrower models or projections, and market standards to determine a projected income and provide reliable valuation and loan analysis.
• Packaging - Prepare loan request packages in compliance with company guidelines and investor requirements. These reports include narrative analysis of the borrower, property, location, and market, as well as underwriting, valuation, leases/rent roll analysis, and photographs, aerials, and maps.
• Research – Provide reliable borrower, property, and market-level data by using available third-party and internal resources to conduct research. The research will include but is not limited to ownership records, property transaction history, demographics, and sales and rent comparables.
• Closing – Act to ensure a smooth process for all parties to the transaction from application through closing.  Responsibilities include collecting and reviewing due diligence, ordering third-party reports, and maintaining open communication with borrowers, lenders, legal counsels, third-party vendors, and internal servicing and insurance departments.
• Servicing – Perform regional office servicing functions including investor portfolio analysis, lease reviews/briefs, and normal routine regional office servicing duties through local market knowledge.
• Client Service – Responsible for providing investors, borrowers, and internal teams with a best-in-class experience by providing reliable, high-quality service in a prompt, friendly, and professional manner.

What We're Looking For:

• Preferred three years of experience in commercial real estate and a background in financial analysis. However, candidates with one to two years of relevant work experience and internships are encouraged to apply.
• Four-year college degree required with a major in real estate, finance, accounting, or business area preferred
• Strong understanding of cash flow analysis and demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to calculate NOI, DSC, ROC, IRR, etc.
• Candidate must possess strong verbal communication skills – ability to interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of internal/external parties.
• Strong Tech knowledge and skills, including in-depth expert knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)  Knowledge of Salesforce, ARGUS, and InDesign software is a plus
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while under pressure and an aptitude for problem-solving
• Resourceful with a strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work extended hours when necessary

Northmarq offers a highly competitive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K match and an annual discretionary contribution based on business performance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance, education assistance, volunteer paid time off, charitable contribution match and so much more! PDN-9d397792-948d-4046-9c0c-f46452f55d09